Who will be eligible to receive the vaccine?The Australian Government has announced who is eligible for the free H1N1 vaccine. More information can be found on the Government website: www.healthemergency.gov.au.When will the vaccination program start?The vaccine program will begin on September 30th, 2009. More information can be found on the Government website: www.healthemergency.gov.au.If the vaccine program starts in September, won’t it be too late to protect most people against the flu?No. Most people have yet to be exposed to the virus and are thus still at risk. Data from the Northern Hemisphere shows that the virus is still highly transmissible during the warmer months. It is also possible that a ‘second wave’ of infections may occur as seen in previous pandemics, and that this may be more virulent. Will the vaccine be free? The vaccine is free, although people may be charged a consultation fee from the healthcare provider who gives the vaccine. Can I buy the vaccine privately?No. All available vaccine has been purchased by the Australian Government for use in the Vaccination Program.